Course:
Composition I
Davenport: ENGL 109
Year:
2009 - 2010
Instructor:
Mrs. Sharon Bowman
Availability:
After school Mon, Tues, Thurs until 4:00 in
Room
Contact Information:
E-mail: sbowman@atafordpas.org
Students send class email to:
sbowmanata@yahoo.com
ATA phone: 313-625-4700
Instructor Professional
Biography:
BA Michigan State University
MA Eastern Michigan University
Adjunct Instructor:
Baker College
Henry Ford Community College
Wayne State University
Davenport University
Course Description:
This course introduces students to expository, persuasive, and professional writing. Students write a variety of
documents, including responses to class readings and to case studies. Employing the steps in the writing
process, students compose essays and basic professional documents. Students analyze information and audience
to improve form and content. Students are also introduced to the research process and to library research in
order to complete a short research project using the American Psychological Association style.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successfully completing this course, the student will be able to:
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Compose and revise clear and coherent essays and basic documents.
Develop essays with clear thesis statements and topic sentences as well as specific support.
Analyze readings and respond critically.
Apply principles of case study to sample cases.
Apply argumentation in writing.
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6. Apply library and research skills to locate and organize research data.
7. Employ tone, diction, and content appropriate to the writing content.
8. Employ appropriate grammatical and stylistic conventions along with appropriate computerized and
word processing technology to facilitate the writing process.
9. Employ the American Psychological Association (APA) style.
Textbook / Supplemental Works:
The College Writer
Prentice Hall Reference Guide
VanderMey, Meyer, Van Rys, Sebranek
Harris, Muriel G.
Wadsworth 2009
Prentice Hall 2008
Textbook Policy:
Textbooks and supplemental works are the property of ATA. Books may be signed out to students. It is the
student’s responsibility to return the book in good condition at the end of the course.
DU Excellence System:
The Davenport University Excellence System consists of nine learning outcomes that demonstrate professional
competencies necessary for graduates to engage in life-long learning and succeed in their chosen profession.
These learning outcomes are reinforced throughout the curriculum of each academic program and are assessed
at the course and program levels, where appropriate. The Excellence System covers:
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Global and Intercultural Competence
Civic and Social Responsibility
Ethical Reasoning and Action
Critical and Creative Thinking
Analysis and Problem Solving
Leadership and Teamwork
Information and Technology Proficiency.
Written Communication
Professional Communication
University Academic Integrity Statement:
Davenport University recognizes the principles of honesty and truth as fundamental to ethical business dealings
and to a community of instructors and students. The University expects students to respect these principles. As a
point of academic integrity, students are required to submit original material of their own creation. Plagiarism of
any material and cheating are serious offenses and can result in failure of the course or dismissal from the
university.
Plagiarism refers to the use of someone else’s ideas or words without correct documentation. It is the student’s
responsibility to ask the faculty member to clarify any questions on correct use of documentation for the work
submitted in the course.
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Cheating refers to the use of someone else’s knowledge or sharing coursework in a way that is unauthorized by
the faculty member. The faculty member may authorize the use of reference books for a paper, for example, but
require that a test be done without such help. Should a student be penalized and wish to contest the allegation,
the academic integrity grievance procedure will be followed as outlined on page 86 of the University catalog.
The University utilizes Turnitin.com plagiarism detection software. All papers will be submitted to
Turnitin.com where they will be compared against the entire Internet and against a database of previously
submitted student papers.
Additional Materials:
Students should own or have access to these necessary course materials and resources:
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A binder to keep work organized throughout the course.
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Blue or black ink pens ONLY (Do NOT use green, purple, or other colors). Do not write in pencil
unless directed to do so for a particular kind of assignment.
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Computer access for various assignments. The College Writing classroom will be available for student
use after school. A schedule of days will be announced in class.
Student Responsibilities:
Students are expected to read and abide by all policies found in the ATA Student Handbook. To receive
Davenport credit for the course, students must meet all course requirements and pass the course with a
minimum average of 73%. All students must complete the final assessment for the course, such as the final
exam, project, or presentation. Students who do not complete the final assessment will receive a grade of F.
Students are expected to be prepared for each class session. If you are having difficulties with any aspect of the
course, arrange a time to meet with the instructor.
Students are expected to assist in maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. Therefore,
free discussion, inquiry, and expression are encouraged. Behavior that interferes with the instructor’s ability to
conduct the class or the ability of students to benefit from that instruction is not acceptable.
Classroom Policies:
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Attendance: Students are expected to attend each class session and be on time. Detention will be served
for the third tardy and all subsequent tardies. Work missed when absent is the responsibility of the
student. Meet with the instructor as soon as possible for due dates.
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Late work: Work will not be accepted late. If you are absent when work is due, it can be emailed to the
instructor. If it is not an assignment that can be emailed, it is due upon return to class. School business
of any kind (field trip, meeting with counselor, etc.) is not an excuse for missing work. Due dates are
given well in advance and must be heeded.
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Extra Credit: No extra credit is given in this class.
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Plagiarism/Cheating:
Davenport University policy:
The first offense may minimally result in failure of the assignment, test,
project, or presentation.
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The second offense may minimally result in failure of the course in which
the cheating or plagiarism has occurred. The second offense will be
documented in the student’s permanent file and referred to Judicial
Affairs.
The third offense may result in dismissal from the University. The third
offense will be documented in the student’s permanent file and referred to
Judicial Affairs.
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Written Format: To receive credit, all papers must be word-processed using 12-point font (Times
Roman) with 1” margins on white paper in a neat professional format and carefully edited. Grammatical
correctness is essential. APA format should be used when documenting all sources.
Course Grade Determination:
The grade for each card marking is determined as follows:
First Card Marking:
Second Card Marking:
Narrative/Descriptive Essay
Experiment Report
Interview Report
Mini-Report
20%
20%
20%
20%
Summary
Writing and Designing for the Web
Mini-Report
Preparation Case Study/Persuasive
20%
20%
20%
20%
Portfolio Binder / Bell Work
Professional Behavior
10%
10%
Portfolio Binder / Bell Work
Professional Behavior
10%
10%
The grade for the semester is determined as follows:
First Card Marking:
Second Card Marking:
Case Study Persuasive Essay
40 %
40%
20%
Assessment of Student Learning:
Assessment measures will be based on the learning outcomes, the DUES, and the Writing and Communication
across the Curriculum/Quantitative Analysis across the Curriculum (WCAC/QuAAC) initiatives.
Assignment
Narrative/Descriptive
Experiment Report
Interview Report
Writing and Designing for the Web
Summary
Mini-Report
Case Study/Persuasive
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Learning Outcomes
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1, 2, 6, 7, 8, and 9
1, 2, 6, 7, 8, and 9
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1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9
1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9
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Composition I
Tentative* Course Schedule
*Changes may be made at the discretion of the instructor
First Card Marking:
Weeks 1-2
Chapter 8 (Review 1-7 as needed)
Chapter 33
Introductions and Syllabus
Review of writing process
APA formatting
Weeks 3-4
Chapters 10-11
Thematic Readings
Narrative/Descriptive Due
Weeks 5-6
Chapter 22
Experiment Report Due
Weeks 6-7
Chapter 21
Interview Report Due
Weeks 8-9
Chapters 28-31
Mini-Report w/APA and Source(s) Due
Second Card Marking:
Weeks 1-2
Chapters 17-20
LInC Databases **
In class, find article from a LInC database
Draft 1 of Case Study/Persuasive Paper (Problem)
Weeks 3-4
Summary w/ APA Documentation Due
Draft 2 of Case Study/Persuasive Paper (Solutions and Best
Solution)
Weeks 5-6
Chapter 26
Writing and Designing for the Web Due
Draft 3 of Case Study/Persuasive Paper (Implementation)
Weeks 7-8
Draft 4 of Case Study/Persuasive Paper (Assessment)
Weeks 9-10
Mini-Report w/ APA and Source(s) Due
Final Draft of Case Study/Persuasive Paper
Presentations of Case Study/Persuasive Paper
**All sources must come from the LInC databases or the DU library unless approved by the instructor before you use them in your
assignments. Note: If LInC access not available at ATA, MeL.org and or ProQuest will be accepted.
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Composition I
Period: _____
Course Responsibility Contract
All parties agree that academic success is the product of a cooperative effort. To ensure that
_____________________________ will benefit from this effort, each party has the following responsibilities:
(Student)
As a student, I will:
1. Practice the Amistad values: REACH: Respect, Enthusiasm, Achievement, Citizenship, Hard Work.
2. Put my best effort into my school work. (This includes going to the library for materials.)
3. Obey all classroom rules and procedures.
4. Come prepared to school with assignments and materials.
(I understand that late work is NOT accepted.)
5. Read syllabus thoroughly.
As a parent, I will:
1. Monitor my child's school work and extracurricular activities.
2. Monitor PASS and Mrs. Bowman’s website for course information important to successful learning.
3. Contact Mrs. Bowman as needed and attend parent-teacher conferences.
4. Ensure my child is on time and attends school regularly with completed assignments and materials.
(I understand that late work in NOT accepted.)
5. Read syllabus thoroughly.
As an instructor, I will:
1. Provide a safe, comfortable environment for all students.
2. Enforce school and classroom rules consistently.
3. Provide students with clear and concise expectations.
4. Work to make learning an enjoyable experience.
5. Provide a syllabus and update PASS and instructor website on a regular basis.
Please sign and return by the designated due date.
Student Signature
Parent Signature
Teacher Signature
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____Mrs.
Date: _______________
Date: _______________
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Bowman______
Date: ______9/8/09____
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